There have been a number of changes to Zero Hanger's Recruit of the Year Power Rankings after Round 2 of the AFL season, with the impact of the off-season trade period apparent for a number of premiership contenders.
One Hawk's performance has seen him leap into the lead, while a Saint has produced another superstar performance in the midfield to assert himself onto the podium.
So, who's making the most impact in their new colours? Welcome to the weekly ranking of the Recruit of the Year contenders for 2025, with Round 2 giving us plenty to consider.
Selection criteria: Only players who were on an AFL playing list at a different club in the prior season will be considered as recruits in these rankings.
6. Alex Neal-Bullen (NEW)
Adelaide have been red-hot to open their 2025 campaign. What certainly has helped their early attacking dominance is the seamless transition of their recruits, most notably Alex Neal-Bullen.
Neal-Bullen's impact has been solid in 2025 as he represents the city he grew up in. He impressed during Saturday's clash with Essendon, collecting 18 disposals and scoring two goals.
He found space well across the MCG as the Bombers struggled to match the Crows' work rate, leaving the ground with 13 uncontested possessions.
Neal-Bullen was a bit of a streaky goal scorer during his days with the Demons, but amongst a group that has the elite scoring rate of the Crows, he's bound to find more success and that was evident on Saturday afternoon.
Time will tell if the Crows can maintain this success against a top eight side, but the early signs are promising, especially when looking at the early play of Neal-Bullen.
